Lokomotiv (Plovdiv) 1-1 CSKA, Equalizing Goal in 95th Minute, Eto'o Misses Penalty
- 20 May 2026 | 21:25
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Lokomotiv (Plovdiv) and CSKA drew 1-1 in the Bulgarian Sesame Cup final. Leandro Godoy opened the scoring for CSKA in the 11th minute, but Lokomotiv equalized in the 47th through Lucas Rian. The final result was decided by a controversial equalizer in the 95th minute.
Match Highlights and Controversy
The match started under a snow shower, but both teams managed to put on impressive choreographic displays early in the game. CSKA showed greater efficiency, scoring through Godoy in the 11th minute after an Eto'o cross. Lokomotiv nearly equalized in the 16th minute when Cvarc shot, but the CSKA goalkeeper Lepuhov saved the shot.
The second half was intense, with Lokomotiv equalizing in the 47th minute when Rian scored an almost identical goal to Godoy's. CSKA had several scoring opportunities, but Eto'o missed a crucial penalty in the extended time.
The game's most controversial moment came in the 95th minute when CSKA's Kindris was awarded a goal, but it was later nullified. This decision could have significant implications for both teams.
Team Formations and Strategy
CSKA fielded a completely new lineup compared to their recent 0-4 defeat to Arda, while the CSKA coach made minimal changes, with Pitass and Godoy starting from the first minute. The match was marked by several controversial incidents and physical confrontations, as both teams pushed for a decisive win.
This game was a total disaster with all the controversial calls and missed penalties. Eto'o should've hit that penalty, but the equalizer in the 95th minute is the real scandal. What do you think? Should CSKA get a replay?